Have you ever heard anything so outlandish that you were sure it would never work? Me too! Sometimes, though, those strange tips and tricks are actually pretty good ones because they give you the results you want. How to tell which ones are good and which ones aren’t? I guess it’s a matter of trial and error. However, I have gathered together some of the strangest and will share these weird skincare tips here with you.

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1. Put Diaper Rash Cream on Pimples

Diaper rash cream is formulated to take away irritation and calm redness, so it goes to follow that it will work on zits. All you have to do is dab a tiny dot of diaper rash cream on the problem area and watch it do its work. This trick is so effective that you might even see the results right before your very eyes.

2. Wash Your Face with Dandruff Shampoo

Dandruff shampoo doesn’t know the difference between the skin on your scalp and the skin on the rest of your body. Experts say that if you have really dry, flaky skin, you can use dandruff shampoo in place of your regular cleanser a couple of times each month to help alleviate the problem.

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3. Wear Vaseline under Your Perfume to Make It Last All Day

OK, this isn’t really skincare, but it has to do with your skin so I’m including it. Perfume tends to fade as the day goes by, but you want it last until you hit the sack at night. Smear a small bit of Vaseline on your pulse points before spritzing on your scent and you can get just that. Perfume needs something to adhere to and it will only cling to skin for a certain amount of time. Spraying it on Vaseline gives it something stronger to hold on to.

4. Hemorrhoid Cream is like Magic for Puffy Eyes

You don’t have to tell anyone you do this, but it really works! Hemorrhoid cream is formulated to combat inflammation so it makes sense that it can quell the bags under your eyes. Gently dab a bit of the cream into the puffy area, being careful not to get it into your eyes. Easy, enough, right?

5. Stave off Itching with Toothpaste

Is your skin covered in itchy bug bites? It happens, but you don’t have to suffer. Smear a small dab of toothpaste on the bite and the itch should disappear. You want the regular type of toothpaste, not all the fancy ones on the market today. Try it – you might find out it’s the best secret you’ve ever learned!

6. Tighten the Skin on Your Face with Pepto Bismol

This medicine is for stomach issues, but experts say it makes a fantastic facial mask. The ingredients in the med help tighten and tone the skin on your face, making it look younger and fresher. Simply smear it all over, let it dry, and then rinse well with warm water.

7. Skip the Expensive Facial Cloths and Use Baby Wipes Instead

They are virtually the same thing, so there’s no reason to spend the money on facial wipes when you can just grab a baby wipe instead. They are way cheaper and do the same job. Most are created for sensitive baby skin so you don’t have to worry about them drying out your face.

Have you ever tried a weird skincare tip that worked? Feel free to share. Which of these tips do you plan to try?

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Dhara
2015-08-10T20:30:10.452Z
Be careful about using hemorrhoid cream for puffy eyes! Make sure no cortisone in it! Cortisone could damage your eyelids permanently!!
Kailee
2015-08-15T13:21:10.404Z
@Alyx, your comments are unfounded, and all over the map. There is a comment section on these blogs for personal views, advice, etc... not a platform to air your grievances pertaining to another commenters comments. I'm truly irritated with your know it all, bulling attitude if you're wondering why I'm on you...tables do turn and bunny I'm from Canada too!
Alyx
2015-08-10T07:47:23.150Z
Also diaper rash stuff is literally a more expensive version of polysporin, which is also an antiseptic which is what you really want on pimples.
Jennifer
2015-08-10T08:28:38.144Z
Oh and I won't be doing any of these suggestions. Especially baby wipes on my face, they would burn the crap out of my face
alka
2015-08-12T03:45:43.008Z
@Taylor I agree, lots of ideas on the list are stupid and could harm your skin instead of help.
Yoyo
2015-08-11T00:12:12.880Z
XD I used the baby wipes one when I ran out of make up removal wipes and I fell in love but thought I was crazy lol.
Alyx
2015-08-10T20:02:19.876Z
Chloroform is 100% natural too, why don't we just start putting that all over us? Lime is not good for the skin. No citrus is. Especially in your vagina. It's not pH balanced, which if your vagina is even slightly off can cause a lot of problems, including unable to fight infection or cancers, and the skin around it will have slight burns on a microscopic level, several layers deep. If it's ever exposed to uv light or the sun, it can cause a phototoxic reaction called phytophotodermatitis, an inflammatory reaction that results in bruise-like hyperpigmentation, with the potential for nasty-looking blisters and burning. It's often mistaken for chemical burns. it is dangerous, painful and really not worth it. It's not even preventable by clothing or sunblock. So your armpits and your vagina are at high risk for plenty of painful skin conditions and a higher risk of cancer by putting lime juice on them.
Ana
2016-01-19T22:53:35.858Z
Love the ideas, will definitely try! Hope they work!
Sara
2015-08-11T22:34:54.583Z
I'm not choosing anything for anyone, people choose to do what they want. I think it's hilarious that you're making such a big deal out of lime juice when the majority of people put all kinds of funky stuff on their bodies! Just look at the ingredients in most commercial shampoos, condioners, deodorants, makeup, perfumes, hair styling aids, sunscreen, manicures, pedicures, tattoos, weird piercings, plastic surgery, tanning, bleach, I honestly don't know where to stop. All these things are a health hazard in one way or another but I don't see people stopping anytime soon. Really do a little research into the ingredients of these products. Women can choose to listen to me or not, I really don't care..........
Suzi
2015-08-10T13:13:00.877Z
@Sara. Your vagina is self cleaning machine as long as you bathe daily. If you want to absorb any 'smells' then just wear pantiliners. They are super thin & you don't feel them. You can also change them as you need to. Someone in Alaska may wear one a day and someone in Arizona may wear 2 a day. If you start adding fragrance to your vagina whether organic limes or a chemical vaginal product you are still changing the PH of your vagina and over time you will have problems. Ask your Gyno about it if you don't believe me.